The latest unemployment rate for Grundy County is nearly steady with the previous month. The May rate was four point one percent – based on 211 unemployed out of a civilian labor force of over 51 hundred workers. For April, the Grundy county rate came in at four point two percent with 217 unemployed. This year’s rate for […]
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Mercer ATV accident results in DWI arrest
An all-terrain vehicle accident early today in Mercer injured two occupants, one of whom was arrested by the highway patrol. It happened about 12:20 Monday morning on Brant Street in Mercer. The state patrol said 26-year-old Timothy Bomgardner, with a Springfield address, received serious injuries. A passenger, 27-year-old Benjamin Stark of Mercer, received minor injuries. […]
MoDOT road work in north Missouri July 4th through July 10
The following is a listing of general highway maintenance and construction work in the Northwest Missouri region planned for the week of July 4 – 10 from the Missouri Department of Transportation. Most routine work zones will resume at 9 a.m. Tuesday, July 5 for the Independence Day holiday, but some closures may remain in […]
Planned road work in north Missouri June 27 through July 1 includes road closures
For your convenience, here is a list of road work planned by MoDOT in north Missouri this week, June 27 through July 1. There may be pothole patching, bridge deck washing, striping, brush cutting, guardrail repairs and other road work conducted throughout the region. Many of these will be moving operations and could include lane […]
Princeton/Mercer Churches announce new full-time Pastor
The Princeton and Mercer United Methodist Churches are excited to announce they will once again have full-time pastoral leadership. Pastor Sean Hammond has been appointed by the Missouri United Methodist Conference to serve as full-time pastor beginning July 1, 2016. The two churches have only had part-time pastoral support since the unexpected death of Pastor […]
MoDOT road work schedule for north Missouri June 20 – 26
The following is a listing of general highway maintenance and construction work in the Northwest Missouri region planned for the week of June 20 – 26 from the Missouri Department of Transportation. In addition to the work listed below, there may be pothole patching, bridge deck washing, striping, brush cutting, guardrail repairs and other road […]
MoDOT planned maintenance and construction in north Missouri June 13 through 19
The following is a listing of general highway maintenance and construction work in the North Missouri planned for the week of June 13 – 19 from the Missouri Department of Transportation. In addition to the work listed below, there may be pothole patching, bridge deck washing, striping, brush cutting, guardrail repairs and other road work […]
Unemployment rates in north Missouri generally remain below state average
Most of the area counties have unemployment rates that are below the state of Missouri average of four point three percent. Grundy county’s rate for April is four point two percent. It’s based on 217 persons unemployed out of a civilian labor force of over 52 hundred. The latest rate is a reduction from five […]
MoDOT planed road work for north Missouri June 6 through June 12
The following is a listing of general highway maintenance and construction work in the Northwest Missouri region planned for the week of June 6 – 12 from the Missouri Department of Transportation. In addition to the work listed below, there may be pothole patching, bridge deck washing, striping, brush cutting, guardrail repairs and other road […]
MoDOT road closures for Friday, June 3
Listed below are the planned road closures in the Northwest Missouri region for Friday, June 3. This list may be incomplete and is subject to change. In addition to the work listed below, there may be pothole patching, bridge deck washing, striping, brush cutting, guardrail repairs and other road work conducted throughout the region. Many […]
MoDOT road closures in north Missouri June 2
ST. JOSEPH, Mo. – Listed below are the planned road closures in the North Missouri region for today, Thursday, June 2. This list may be incomplete and is subject to change. In addition to the work listed below, there may be pothole patching, bridge deck washing, striping, brush cutting, guardrail repairs and other road work […]
MoDOT planned road closures in north Missouri June 1st
Listed below are the planned road closures in the Northwest Missouri region for Wednesday, June 1. This list may be incomplete and is subject to change. In addition to the work listed below, there may be pothole patching, bridge deck washing, striping, brush cutting, guardrail repairs and other road work conducted throughout the region. Many […]
MoDOT road work scheduled for north Missouri May 31 through June 3rd
Listed below are the planned road closures in the Northwest Missouri region for Tuesday May 31 through June 3rd. Due to the holiday weekend and continued forecasts for rain, this list may be incomplete and is subject to change. Some holiday schedules are included. In addition to the work listed below, there may be pothole […]
MoDOT road work for north Missouri May 23 through 29
The following is a listing of general highway maintenance and construction work in the Northwest Missouri region planned for the week of May 23 – 29 from the Missouri Department of Transportation. No work is planned on the Memorial Day holiday, but some closures may remain in place. In addition to the work listed below, […]
Highway Patrol conducts crack-down in three area counties, announces DWI checkpoint for DeKalb County
The Missouri Highway Patrol confirms that 27 citations were given on Wednesday night, during a “hazardous moving operation” in Mercer, Grundy, and Livingston Counties. Of the 27 citations, 12 were for speeding, seven involved non-moving violations, six were for seat belt violations, and two for uninsured motorists. In addition, 55 warnings were given. The Patrol […]
Results of Highway Patrol Safety Operation in Grundy, Mercer, Livingston Counties
A total of 27 citations and 55 warnings were issued in conjunction with a hazardous moving operation conducted in Grundy, Mercer, and Livingston counties on May 18, 2016. The goal of the operation was to target those violations that contribute to traffic crashes. Totals from this enforcement effort include: 12–speed citations 6–seat belt citations 7–nonmoving […]
Emergency planning meeting set for THS Commons
Emergency planning committee representatives from three counties will meet in Trenton on Tuesday, May 24th for a “table top exercise”. This will be held for members of local emergency planning committees in Grundy, Mercer, and Livingston Counties. The event is scheduled from 12 noon until 4 o’clock at the Trenton High School Commons. A light […]
MoDOT Planned Road Work for North Missouri, May 16 – 22
The following is a listing of general highway maintenance and construction work in the Northwest Missouri region planned for the week of May 16 – 22 from the Missouri Department of Transportation. In addition to the work listed below, there may be pothole patching, bridge deck washing, striping, brush cutting, guardrail repairs and other road […]
Veteran’s Program, ATV race to be held Saturday May 14 at Mercer
Two events are coming up at Mercer, Missouri this Saturday May 14. Mercer American Legion Auxiliary Ladies will be hosting a Veteran’s program at 10:00 am at the Mercer American Legion Hall Ragan-Hickman Post #477. Those with 50-60-70 years of membership will be honored at the program. Dinner will follow the program. It’s an eat what you want […]
MoDOT Planned Road Work for North Missouri, May 9 – 15
The following is a listing of general highway maintenance and construction work in the Northwest Missouri region planned for the week of May 9 – 15 from the Missouri Department of Transportation. In addition to the work listed below, there may be pothole patching, bridge deck washing, striping, brush cutting, guardrail repairs and other road […]